Kalyal - Ramkote, Kathua
Kalyal is a village situated in the Ramkote tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Billawar and around 65 km from Kathua. Gurah Kalyal East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalyal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalyal is 001669. The village covers a total geographical area of 1223 hectares and falls under the 184210 pincode. Billawar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kalyal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalyal
As per Census 2011, Kalyal village has a total population of 4,907 people, consisting of 2,588 males and 2,319 females. The village has 941 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 750 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,474 literate and 2,433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,342 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 616 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalyal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,907 | 2,588 | 2,319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 750 | 377 | 373 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,342 | 707 | 635 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 616 | 318 | 298 |
| Literate Population | 2,474 | 1,528 | 946 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,433 | 1,060 | 1,373 |
Nearby Villages of Kalyal
Kalyal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kalyal
Kalyal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Billawar to Kalyal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Kalyal is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalyal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalyal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalyal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalyal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalyal
Where is Kalyal located?
Kalyal village is located in Ramkote Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalyal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalyal is Gurah Kalyal East.
What is the pincode of Kalyal?
The pincode of Kalyal is 184210.
What is the population of Kalyal?
Kalyal has a total population of 4,907, including 2,588 males and 2,319 females.
How many households are there in Kalyal?
There are 941 households in Kalyal.
What is the literacy rate in Kalyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalyal is 50.42%. Male literacy is 59.04% and female literacy is 40.79%.